Baddeleyite and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.5-6.0
6.86-7.03
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
{001} Distinct
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Baddeleyite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Baddeleyite and Cassiterite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Baddeleyite and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Baddeleyite- ZrO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Baddeleyite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baddeleyite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baddeleyite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baddeleyite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.